Mark Schwab’s LGBT thriller, “Crisis Hotline” tells a tragic and intense tale of toxic passion and blunt betrayal that leaves a lasting impression. The …continue reading Reel Review: Crisis Hotline (2019)
This month, we proudly celebrate a community united in love and horror — and the diversity that makes us morbidly beautiful. It’s June. Not only …continue reading Celebrating Pride, Passion, and Purpose
Like its two extremely likable and relatable female leads, Olivia Wilde’s “Booksmart” manages to effortlessly be both wicked smart and exceedingly cool. I’m breaking …continue reading See This Film: Booksmart (2019)
In honor of Pride Month, one of our writers will be hosting a special “High Tension” screening at Alamo Drafthouse Tempe to benefit a …continue reading Hearts Will Bleed: “High Tension” Fundraiser
While visually striking and richly detailed, “Hallowed Ground” is an overlong occult melodrama that never quite takes off. Occult horror films, especially those that …continue reading Take Two Review: Hallowed Ground (2019)
“Hallowed Ground” is a noble effort to feature neglected subjects, but it ultimately falls short on story and clarity. The latest from “Demons” (2017) …continue reading Reel Review: Hallowed Ground (2019)
Small in scale but brimming with huge ideas, “The Horror at Gallery Kay” is an absolute triumph of both horror and human drama. A …continue reading Reel Review: The Horror at Gallery Kay (2018)
When Jordan Peele said he wanted to exclusively make black stories, some people got angry; but let’s discuss why we actually need more diversity. …continue reading Diversity in Horror Matters, and Here’s Why
“Daughters of Darkness” is a Hammer take on the Bathory legend, beautifully shot with a strong lead; a riveting tale of love, deceit, and …continue reading Flashback Friday: Daughters of Darkness (1971)
“Blood of the Tribades” is a beautifully filmed and thought provoking commentary on the dangers of tradition and the constraints of gender roles. Female …continue reading Reel Review: Blood of the Tribades (2016)
Guilty Pleasures
Guilty Pleasures
She’s a lover, he’s a fighter. Together, they’re CHEER AND LOATHING. Tune in to hear your hosts, Stephanie (Cheer) and Casey (Loathing), clash over the films they love — and the ones they love to hate.
Guilty Pleasures: Holiday Special Featuring “Elves”
In this holiday extravaganza episode of Guilty Pleasures, join hosts Stephanie, Kelly, and our newest addition, Jonathan (Jack was tied up in tinsel and couldn't join us), as they unwrap the bizarre and unhinged world of holiday cinema. They dive into the depths of Elves, a film that's as chaotic as it is entertaining. It's a sleigh full of questionable decisions, diabolical dialogue, absurd plot twists, wildly offensive antics, and unhinged holiday mischief.
And that's not all! In the second half of the podcast, join your festive cinephile friends for a look at four more ”nutty as a fruitcake” holiday treats: A New York Christmas Wedding, Elf Bowling, A Medea Christmas, and Jack Frost. Plus, we each offer a bonus Christmas flick guaranteed to make you say, ”Ho, Ho, HO-LY Hell!”
Expect laughter, disbelief, and a spirited debate about what truly makes a movie a guilty pleasure. Don't miss this festive journey through the weirdest corners of holiday films!
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